i can try to cheer her up. she's unapproachable and won't hang out ever, she says she's tired, but i know she is going through a really hard time. how can i help her??
2007-02-08 03:05:55 · 6 answers · asked by smoovkay 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
Wrong category, unless she's pregnant, but you didn't mention that. Thanks for the points.
2007-02-08 03:10:44 · answer #1 · answered by Aaliyah & Natalie's Mommy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When you feel depressed going out can be so much of an effort that it really doesnt feel worth it and also feeling as bad as she will be she most likely wont want to go, depression can also bring about feelings of panic and anxiety especially when socialising, it sounds to me like you are a good friend who is really concerned and I think the best thing you can do is just be there to listen but try not to push her too much into going out before shes ready, it may just be she wants to stay in and chat. Depression can make a person feel really sleepy and tired. If your friend hasnt already done I would recommend you try to get her to see her GP for some help it may be she needs counselling or a short course of anti depressants to help her through the worst. Just be there for her and I hope things soon get better for her
2007-02-08 11:29:50 · answer #2 · answered by mumoffour 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If this were MY best friend I would invade her home with about 20 people and some rum and some beer and some music....but my bf and I have been bf for over 20 years.
If taking over her house is not an option you could try getting her out of the house by calling her from somewhere and telling her you're having car trouble and she is the only one who can come pick you up. When she gets there...pay for a lap dance for her and funnel some beer down her....but like I said that's just what I'd do if it were MY bf. good luck you sound like a real friend.
2007-02-08 11:21:06 · answer #3 · answered by AuntTater 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's nice to hear such a concerned friend. As someone who struggled with depression in the past, I would say your #1 priority is to let her know you're there for her. sometimes when people get depressed they shut themselves off to the world and when they are ready to venture back out they are too embarrassed to call old friends they pushed aside. Be consistant, be a good listener, and keep reminding her that you're there for her. Good luck.
2007-02-08 11:12:47 · answer #4 · answered by Wendy B 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like she needs more than just getting out doors. Try and get her to go see her doctor about this. She sounds like she could really use some medication to help get her brain working well again.
2007-02-08 11:10:44 · answer #5 · answered by bluegrass 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
is it post partium depression? she needs to see a doctor it is very real..
2007-02-08 11:17:45 · answer #6 · answered by hairnaildoc 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋